Now that summer is upon you, your efforts to beat the heat have led you to decide to build a swimming pool. Good for you but now you have questions. What kind of pool should I build? Concrete or fiberglass? And what about “gunite pools?” What the heck is that? These are just some of the questions facing the prospective pool owner. Still other questions, such as what vinyl liner pools are and their benefits must be considered before making any final decisions to build that pool you are longing for.

Concrete Pools, as well as their cousins, Gunite pools, both have benefits and drawbacks as opposed to fiberglass or preformed pools. The primary advantages to concrete and gunite pools are in their flexibility. Both concrete and gunite pools can take on practically any shape the owner desires. When the hole is dug to whatever shape is agreed upon, the concrete is poured to take on that shape. Gunite pools use the same basic fabrication process but they utilize rebar to accommodate plumbing and are often accompanied by a wooden deck. Concrete and gunite pools have a long life span although the plaster used to finish gunite pools may have to be replaced every fifteen years or so and concrete pools require acid washing to remove stains. Both concrete and gunite pools tend to be expensive with gunite the more costly of the two.

Fiberglass pools have their advantages as well and one of the most evident is their reduced cost. Prefabricated pools built in large quantities are less costly but have the disadvantage of being less flexible in terms of shape, although most pool manufacturers have a variety of pools to choose from. However, reduced choices in pool shapes are offset by a variety of advantages fiberglass pools enjoy over concrete pools. Among these are that fiberglass pools don’t require acid washes or periodic resurfacing. In addition, because of the composition of fiberglass material as opposed to concrete, fewer chemicals are needed to balance the water because less alkali is leached into the pool as opposed to concrete.

The final category of pool is those of the vinyl lined variety. Vinyl lined pools are fitted to a track mounted frame and stretched to fit its contours. The vinyl itself comes in many colors and thicknesses although the standard is 20 mil. The primary advantage to vinyl lined pools are their cost. These pools generally are about one third to half the cost of other types of pools. The drawback is that the vinyl doesn’t last as long although replacement is fairly inexpensive. Another drawback is the tearing and holes that can develop from exposure to sharp edges. However, patching kits are available that can repair the damage if it isn’t too severe.

Your pool will be with you for a long time so choose wisely. Whatever pool you decide on should bring you refreshing satisfaction for decades to come!

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Pool Service

Our Service Agreement Includes: Vacuum Pool,Brush Tile, Walls, Floor, and Steps as needed. Check Equipment, Leaf net the top of the pool, Clean the skimmer basket and pump basket, Chemicals checked and balanced, Clean and backwash filter once per month.

Remodel Your Pool - Special Offer

We specialize in complete swimming pool remodeling, pool resurfacing and pool replastering, including pool tile, decking, water features and more. . .

Patron Reviews

Top of the Line - Highly Recommended February 2011: I could have given 4 stars to Pool Captains avoiding the tendency to vote to extremes, however, extremes are needed when speaking of this business and their service to us. They had a difficult job to do, working with 2 other contractors, and performed in an exemplary fashion. I would recommend their services to anyone seeking to put in a pool, decking, and landscaping. They "took care of us" and we are extremely grateful. Our little oasis brings us pleasure each and every day. Judy & Shery

RATED (5 stars) by CHARLESYTK on Mar-22-2011

Top of the Line - Highly Recommended We interviewed several pool contractors and looked at each builders work. Pool Captain's, Adam and Rachel, displayed the best product and the best price. There were no hidden or unexpected costs. Everything was detailed from the beginning and followed the plan for construction. We are extremely happy with the pool, deck and enclosure as well as some remodeling work that was done to tie the project together. All the craftsmen were very skilled in their field.

Thin pavers are the most cost effective, permanent solution to remodel your pool deck on the market today. The reason pavers are considered a permanent solution is due to the inherent durability of the product and the fact that they are not actually adhered to the existing surface, but instead float above the deck. Even tile, which will be adhered to the surface, will end up cracking over time as that surface fails beneath. Any product, for that matter, which is adhered to the existing surface, be it cool deck, tile, paint, acrylic sprays, river rock, flagstone, or stamped concrete will end up cracking over time.

Summer Kitchens

Cooking on the grill is a great way to entertain company or just feed the family without heating up the kitchen. But scurrying back and forth from the kitchen to the patio can get old. Make grilling easier and more pleasant by putting together an outdoor kitchen. Even the simplest of setups can make outdoor cooking more efficient, and the fanciest ones mean you will not have to go back inside until bedtime.

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See What It Looks Like Before Your Build With Our Superior Technology: Using advanced 3D technology, we are able to transform an ordinary, flat design into an interactive, photorealistic 3D environment for you to explore! Walk around, fly up in the air, view the backyard from any point - any angle! We will present designs to you in a way that leaves little to the imagination. We include cascades and spas, landscaping and more so that you can truly appreciate your design. With this technology at our fingertips, we can take you into your future backyard giving you the confidence that your investment is worthwhile.